Bulgarian visa & passport requirements

Bulgarian visa. Since 1 January 2007 the Republic of Bulgaria has been applying the European Union’s Common Visa Policy. Bulgaria unilaterally applies a visa-free system for holders of valid Schengen visas. They will have the right to enter and reside in the Republic of Bulgaria for a period of no more than three months in any six-month period from the date of the first entry, without needing to have a Bulgarian short-stay visa.

EU nationals are only required to present an evidence of their EU citizenship and identity in order to be admitted to any EU member state. This evidence can take the form of a valid national passport or national identity card. Either is acceptable. EU citizens may stay in Bulgaria for up to 90 days without need to have a visa. For periods longer then 90 days, they need to register with the local police and obtain a legal permit to stay.

A foreigner may enter the Republic of Bulgaria if he/ she is a holder of a regular foreign travel document or another equivalent document as well as a visa if required.

Visa D – for longer stay in Bulgaria (Obligatory personal interview: No exception shall be made from the requirement for a personal interview when applying for a long-stay visa.)

Visa issuing

A foreign citizen wishing to apply for a Bulgarian visa shall hold a regular travel document that meets the following requirements:

its validity expires at least 3 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria or in case of multiple visits – after the last scheduled date of departure from the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria;

contains at least 2 blank pages for visa purposes;

has been issued within the last 10 years.

Visas are issued by the diplomatic and consular representations of the Republic of Bulgaria.

About Varna

Reviews & Recommendations

Varna is the second largest city in Bulgaria. The town of Varna is also known among the Bulgarians as the naval capital of Bulgaria. This is a beautiful city located at the Bulgarian seaside with lost of attractions and things to see. Varna is also a tourist destination well-known by its sandy beaches and touristic sights. There are many hotels providing cheap accommodation, lots of restaurants, and all the services a tourist needs like rent-a-car, transfers, shopping centers, aqua parks and lots of fun places to go.
As a second largest city in Bulgaria, Varna is well developed business center – there is a huge Business park, lots of offices, you can establish a new company in Bulgaria; buy land, commercial building or just an apartment or house. Everything you will need is there – lawyers, real estate agencies, translators, accountants, etc.
Whatever your reason to visit Varna – our city guide will provide all the information you need to enjoy your stay here!
If you are coming to Bulgaria we want to wish you to have a great time in Sofia and a very pleasant stay here.